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Our goal: to promote hiking with the help of our cooperation partners

There was a time when hiking was considered boring, old and dusty. However, this has changed significantly in recent years. Today, hiking is a trend. Young and old alike are drawn out into nature. A development that we are delighted about. We are convinced that outdoor activities have a positive effect - on health, quality of life and respect for nature. That is why we are proud of our partnerships that promote and develop the topic of hiking.

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THE LECH PATH - FROM THE SOURCE TO THE FALL

The peaks of the Lechtal and Allgäu Alps as a backdrop, the Lech in the leading role. The "Lechweg - from the source to the fall" offers a unique experience of nature, people shaped by the landscape and truly legendary stories. The trail is shaped like the Lech itself: sometimes pristine and natural, then wild and yet again gentle and full of legendary stories to discover. The hiker accompanies the Lech for around 125 kilometres. From its source near the Formarinsee lake in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg via Warth into the Tyrolean Lechtal-Reutte Nature Park region to the Lech Falls in Füssen in the Allgäu. It thus connects three regions and two countries with their respective traditions and histories, and the European Ramblers' Association has subjected the transnational Lechweg to a strict quality inspection. It certified the long-distance hiking trail as the first Leading Quality Trail. The Lechweg is therefore a model for long-distance hiking trails throughout Europe.

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GERMAN ALPINE CLUB (DAV) SECTION PFAFFENHOFEN-ASCH

With over 3,200 members, the DAV Pfaffenhofen-Asch is the second largest association in the town and district of Pfaffenhofen and offers its members the whole range of mountain sports: from hiking and skiing to climbing, ski and alpine tours and mountain biking. Just in time for its anniversary year, the DAV Pfaffenhofen is launching a cooperation with LOWA: together, climate-friendly, inexpensive and relaxed, the DAV mountain bus will take you to popular excursion regions on selected weekends.

All dates can be found on the LOWA event overview under the event type "Wanderbus" as well as on the DAV Pfaffenhofen-Asch website.

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GERMAN HIKING ASSOCIATION

The German Hiking Association (DWV) has been championing the interests of hikers for over 130 years - as the umbrella organisation of 58 German mountain and hiking clubs with around 600,000 members. The association ensures the quality of hiking. It issues guidelines for marking hiking trails, organises specialist conferences, trains hiking guides and has created objective quality criteria for trails and hosts with "Wanderbares Deutschland". There are now a total of 112 "Wanderbares Deutschland" quality trails and around 1,400 quality hosts in Germany. Young hiking is presented by the youth organisation of the DWV, the German Hiking Youth (DWJ). The DWV's health initiatives are summarised under the name "Let's go - every step keeps you fit". These include the German Hiking Badge and health hiking. Both initiatives prevent the widespread lack of physical activity in Germany.

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TOP TRAILS

The Top Trails of Germany is an association of the best hiking trails in Germany. They offer hiking at the highest level, as they are all certified either as "Premium Hiking Trails" according to the criteria of the German Hiking Institute or as "Quality Trails" according to the criteria of Hikeable Germany. The two seals guarantee safe hiking on trails with seamless markings and a route through the most beautiful landscapes in Germany. Along the trails there are hotels and inns that offer everything that is important to hikers, from early riser breakfasts to luggage transport. The top trails include Altmühltal-Panoramaweg, Eifelsteig, Goldsteig, Harzer-Hexen-Stieg, Hermannshöhen, Rothaarsteig, WesterwaldSteig, Westweg-Schwarzwald, Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland, Schluchtensteig-Schwarzwald, Albsteig, Heidschnuckenweg, Weserbergland-Weg.

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HOHE TAUERN NATIONAL PARK

The Hohe Tauern National Park is by far the largest nature reserve in the Alps and Central Europe, the oldest national park in Austria and one of the most beautiful and unspoilt high mountain landscapes. The Hohe Tauern National Park encompasses almost 300 three-thousand metre peaks around Austria's highest mountain, the Grossglockner, 250 glaciers and 551 lakes. It extends over more than 1,800 km² and three federal states.

Refuge for nature and people

Carinthia, Salzburg and Tyrol share the task of preserving this magnificent natural area as a refuge for an extremely diverse flora and fauna, making it accessible to visitors and providing interesting information about the national park and important environmental issues. Just like a trip to the Arctic, the climate changes as you climb from the valley over more than 3000 metres in altitude to the glacier-covered summit regions. And each altitude level is a habitat for typical vegetation and wildlife. This layered structure of the Hohe

Tauern explains the immense diversity of plant and animal species. Chamois and Alpine ibexes, marmots, golden eagles and bearded vultures have their home in the national park. A total of around 10,000 animal species live here, which is around half of all the mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians found in Austria. 1800 plant species can be discovered and admired in the national park - more than a third of all species recorded in Austria.

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PAZNAUN HIGH ALTITUDE TRAIL

Freedom awaits on the mountain!

Or rather: in the mountain landscape around the villages of Ischgl, Galtür, Kappl and See! Because anyone who has ever enjoyed the fresh mountain air and the far-reaching views over the mountain landscape can confirm it: There is hardly any other place where freedom is so close at hand as in the mountains. This is hardly surprising, as you are surrounded by the most beautiful box seats that nature has to offer!

Steep paths, cosy trails. Lush alpine meadows, stony passages. Lush flora, alpine barrenness. Along the nine stages of the Paznaun High Trail, you can experience nature in all its diversity.

For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, there are a variety of leisurely hikes that guarantee equally impressive views and vistas.

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SALZBURGER ALMENWEG

Unforgettable hiking pleasure on 350 kilometres

Follow the "Blue Gentian" and hike leisurely from alpine pasture to alpine pasture. Allow yourself a leisurely pace, enjoy impressive scenery, take in the diverse views and the world of the mountains and lakes in Salzburg with every breath.

On the Salzburger Almenweg, everyday life is left behind in the valley. It is one of the most beautiful long-distance hiking trails in the Alps. On 25 stages, which lead right through Salzburg's Pongau region and are as varied as they are difficult, around 120 mountain huts invite you to stop for a cosy break and, of course, for culinary refreshments with hearty alpine specialities. Hiking along the Salzburger Almenweg is rewarded with the Salzburger Almenweg hiking badges, which you can pick up at any of the tourist offices in the 25 valley villages.

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SALZKAMMERGUT MOUNTAINS LAKES TRAIL

A tasty treat to savour - the Salzkammergut à la carte with the BergeSeen Trail

Hiking and enjoying a circular route is now also possible in the Salzkammergut. The Salzkammergut BergeSeenTrail was launched in 2017, offering 350 kilometres of hiking in 20 (or more) day stages to discover the beauty of this legendary summer resort region. A success story that includes three federal states, 35 lakes, a mountain crossing and 15 peaks. Hiking enthusiasts can look forward to a variety of tours and wonderful experiences along the way.

Good on foot. Most of the tours on the BergeSeen Trail are easy to moderately difficult and some are even suitable for families with children. The well thought-out routes, marked throughout with the yellow S logo on a black background, are easy to explore on foot. The BergeSeen Trail leads through the entire Salzkammergut holiday region in a long circular tour.

There is a hiking menu with many delicious à la carte dishes to choose from depending on your time, fitness level and mood. If you can't manage the whole route, you can also enjoy the trail in bites.

Culinary delights. Not forgetting the encounters: Whether with friendly mountain innkeepers, helpful locals or good-humoured hikers. Most of the day's destinations end in places with the best tourist infrastructure and good accommodation. Culinary delights beckon in the mountains and throughout the day: savoury mountain cheese on the alpine pasture, crispy Kaiserschmarrn pancakes in the hut or hearty roasts in the inn.

Whichever stage of the day the hiker chooses, it is true to Goethe: "Only where you have been on foot have you really been."

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SALZBURG MOUNTAIN RESCUE

We get you out of danger!

The world of the mountains offers its visitors a wide range of breathtaking beauty, controllable adventure, diverse sporting opportunities and relaxing nature experiences.

But whether on a leisurely alpine hike, on a rope in heavy rock, on a ski tour, after a "summit victory", on a canyoning tour or when skiing on the piste: objective and subjective dangers are constant companions. Even caution, the best planning and the greatest experience do not make you invulnerable. A wrong step, a stone that comes loose, an attack of weakness. The range of unforeseeable incidents is vast. Once something has happened, quick and efficient help can save lives.

Responsible behaviour on the mountain and in nature is a basic requirement. But luck does not always play a part. Even though all mountain rescuers work on a voluntary basis, sound training and state-of-the-art equipment require a high level of financial commitment. This is why mountain rescue services can no longer be operational around the clock free of charge.

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SCHLADMING ROOF TILE

The Schladming-Dachstein region is located in Styria, the green heart of Austria. Surrounded by magnificent mountain formations such as the Dachstein south faces, the Schladminger Tauern and the Grimming, this region is characterised by a very special variety of landscapes. However, the inhabitants of Schladming-Dachstein also impress with their hospitality and authenticity, which is not found everywhere these days.

The range and colourful diversity of the region and its inhabitants is also reflected in the region's leisure activities. In the summer months, a kilometre-long network of hiking trails, cycle and mountain bike routes and countless via ferratas lead to the region's scenic highlights. With more than 300 mountain lakes, 100 waterfalls and countless springs, the region is one of the richest in water in Austria. In winter, the ski mountains with fantastic pistes and the Nordic centre of Ramsau am Dachstein impress all those who like to get out and about on two skis. For those looking for more peace and quiet, the many snowshoe hiking tours and winter hiking routes provide unforgettable moments. Fresh mountain air, breathtaking panoramic views and the warmth of the locals can be experienced at any time of year in Schladming-Dachstein.

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SUMMIT LYNX

SummitLynx: The digital hiking companion for hiking passes, certificates, tour planning, medals and statistics

SummitLynx is a mobile mountain sports and hiking app that allows users worldwide to register mountain peaks and hiking routes via GPS and share their successes with others on social networks. The app's extensive functionalities for "mountain lynxes" help mountaineers, hikers and climbers to keep a comprehensive digital record of their mountain achievements. You can also use SummitLynx to collect the traditional and popular hiking pins on your smartphone or win great prizes with the LOWA hiking pin campaign!

Hiking pins

Until now, hikers had to stamp destinations at huts, lakes or other central points on a cumbersome paper passport. That's no longer necessary! In cooperation with tourism regions, the traditional hiking pin is now available for smartphones. Of course, the collector of the hiking pin will also receive it as a medal to touch or pin on after showing it to the SummitLynx cooperation partner.

There are no hiking pins, but great prizes to be won by achieving the LOWA medals "Hiking Friend", "Mountain Comrade" and "Summit Conqueror". You can find more information in the app or on the website!

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HIKING WORLDWIDE

Weltweitwandern specialises in worldwide hiking tours in small groups. With over two decades of experience, we offer great hiking holidays together with our long-standing partners. It doesn't matter whether you're looking for a leisurely hike in Italy or a sporty trek in the Himalayas, we have a trip for every type of hiker. We attach great importance to organising our trips sustainably, close to the host country and away from the major tourist hotspots. Together with our local guides, we are able to offer our guests authentic and personalised local access. More information about Weltweitwandern and our trips can be found on our website and our social media channels.

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AUSTRIAN TRAVELLING VILLAGES

Austria's hiking villages present 47 hiking regions from Vorarlberg to Burgenland. Be inspired by the "magic of walking" and find your own personal hiking moment in one of the hiking regions.

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